The pioneering aviatrix, Amelia Earhart (‘Lady Lindy’), was born in Atchison, Kansas, on 24 July 1897.
To celebrate her birthday, we’ve included a wee story below about Earhart’s thoughts on how best to combine flying with marriage. “It’s about fifty-fifty”, she opined.
We’ve also included a wonderful photo of Earhart, all dressed up in her flying togs and ready for take-off!
The Archive contains scores of interesting stories about the life and amazing achievements of Amelia Earhart, and also the other pioneering aviatrixes from that aviatrixal era.
Derby Daily Telegraph – Saturday 24 December 1932
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http://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000520/19321224/097/0008?_=1343118277276
Hull Daily Mail – Thursday 18 March 1937
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http://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000324/19370318/009/0001
